The Virgin of the Sea

20th century

Perry Oliver

Associated Names
Perry Oliver

Artist, American, active 20th century

This is a drawing of a group of figures around an effigy on a cart or boat. The scene shows multiple figures clustered around a wooden structure with a large doll with a cross. The figures appear to be engaged in a coordinated effort. The drawing uses fine lines and cross-hatching for texture and shading. The composition suggests a narrative element with movement and purpose.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on Arches wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 14.7 × 23.7 cm (5 13/16 × 9 5/16 in.)
    sheet: 25 × 33.1 cm (9 13/16 × 13 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1128

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"Oliver" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. Not dated. "I" lower left margin, graphite, artist's hand. "The Virgin of the Sea" verso, lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. "Perry Oliver Jr" verso, lower left margin, graphite, unknown hand.

Wikidata ID

Q65576121

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